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This Decision Will Define the Chicago Bears' Entire 2026 Offseason

The Chicago Bears' 2026 offseason will ultimately be defined by one position, and it isn't the one most of us thought would be the headliner as the 2025 NFL season dwindled down.

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Bears' Ryan Poles Must Avoid Making Big Mistake With Cole Kmet

In a season full of success for the Chicago Bears, including clinching the 2025 NFC North championship, one important fact has gone underappreciated: general manager Ryan Poles hit an absolute home run when he selected tight end Colston Loveland with the tenth overall pick of the 2025 NFL draft.

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Ben Johnson finds his replacement for Eric Bieniemy and it opens up a fascinating trade possibility to upgrade from D'Andre Swift

The Chicago Bears got dealt a favorable hand of cards when it came to the number of assistant coaches that head coach Ben Johnson was forced to replace going into his second season.

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Why Eric Studesville Is the Perfect Man to Get the Most Out of Chicago Bears' RB Room

For the second offseason in a row, the Chicago Bears landed the best running back coach on the market. According to Chicago Tribune reporter Brad Biggs,the team hired Eric Studesville to fill the role left by Eric Bieniemy, who accepted a role to become the Chiefs' offensive coordinator.

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The 'NFL playoff receptions leaders' quiz

How many of the NFL players to catch at least 60 passes in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / February 5

Chicago Bears hire Super Bowl-winning offensive coach: Report

The Chicago Bears had two big offensive coaching positions to fill this offseason after making the Divisional Round in the first season of head coach Ben Johnson’s tenure.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Tom Brady Shines Spotlight on Kyle Monangai's Fantastic Rookie Season with Bears

When Tom Brady takes time to single out a seventh-round rookie, Chicago Bears fans should pay attention. In his 2025 LFG Awards post recognizing standout players across the league, Brady included Kyle Monangai in his Rookie of the Year commentary.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Why ESPN's 2025 NFL Draft Redo Gets the Chicago Bears' Second-Round Pick Wrong

ESPN's recent redo of the 2025 NFL Draft reimagined the Chicago Bears' second-round decision at No. 39 overall that misses the mark. By a lot. In the revised scenario, ESPN's Courtney Cronin swaps out wide receiver Luther Burden III for running back Quinshon Judkins.

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Chris Simms doesn’t hold back about Bears HC Ben Johnson

In his first season as the head coach of the Chicago Bears, Ben Johnson forced his way into the conversation of elite head coaches in the NFL. Johnson, who made his way to the Bears from the division rival Detroit Lions, led the team to being the No.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Reasons Why Max Crosby Trade Fits and Also Doesn't Fit the Bears

The words Fox Sports' Jay Glazer uttered about Maxx Crosby's availability for trade Wednesday had to echo throughout the NFL, including at Halas Hall .

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Latest 2024 NFL Draft Quarterback Re-Ranking Is a Head-Scratcher for Bears Fans

Another 2024 NFL Draft quarterback re-ranking was published this week, and it isn't kind to Caleb Williams, who the Chicago Bears selected with the first overall pick.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 4

3 Bears cut candidates entering 2026 offseason

The Chicago Bears are coming off a fantastic season, one that far exceeded most predictions as the season got underway. The primary hope for the Bears was that first-year head coach Ben Johnson would be able to do two things in his first year.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Maxx Crosby News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Bears Insider Reveals How Much Chicago May Value Potential Maxx Crosby Trade

For the first time in a long time, the Chicago Bears seem to be in a place where they can consider splashy trades for impact players. After clinching the

Caleb Williams News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

QB Analyst Sees Caleb Williams' Biggest Weak Spot No Flaw at All

Anyone who thought the Bears would simply fade away now that they've had the great comeback season under Ben Johnson might be disappointed to read or hear what QB analyst Chris Simms believes about quarterback Caleb Williams and his coach.

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Matt Miller Thinks This Year’s Edge Rusher Class Is Ideal For Bears In 2026 NFL Draft

Whether they take an edge rusher in the first round or somewhere on Day 2, there’s no doubt the Chicago Bears could use an impactful young edge to make a difference right away.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Ranking the Chicago Bears' Most Likely Resign Candidates Entering the Offseason

The Bears are in a bit of a predicament when it comes to the salary cap. Following years of entering the offseason with almost too much money to spend, they find themselves sitting at roughly $17 million above the cap as it stands right now.

Cole Kmet News / ChiCitySports / February 4

Chicago Bears’ Cole Kmet gets real on potential trade rumors

The Chicago Bears have some interesting decisions to make this offseason. Projected to be upwards of $5.3 million over the cap, general manager Ryan Poles

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Could The Chicago Bears REALLY Be About To Move To Indiana?

I don’t know if it’s real or just great PR spin from the Chicago Bears’ side of things. But one thing seems certain: the Bears really want people to know that the Bears-to-Indiana rumors aren’t just for leverage.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4

Chicago Bears' Biggest Offseason Need Isn't the One Fans Are Expecting

For Chicago Bears fans who are conditioned to think all about the team's pass rush as the top offseason need, The Athletic's Dan Wiederer suggested something much different: left tackle.

Ryan Poles News / ChiCitySports / February 4

Chicago Bears and Ryan Poles must prioritize filling major need on defense

The Chicago Bears‘ defense which thrived on creating turnovers this past season could be about to see some major personnel turnover this offseason. General manager Ryan Poles and the Bears expended significant resources, both during free agency and throughout the NFL Draft last spring, upgrading the talent around former No.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / February 4